The second edition of the Made in WUD (MIW) Design Show opened on Thursday at the Visual Arts Gallery in New Delhi's India Habitat Centre, showcasing innovations from young designers. The exhibition, which runs until March 2026, highlights 60 standout graduation projects selected from over 319 student works presented during MIW Week at the World University of Design (WUD) campus.
Indigenous Marine Surveillance Drone
Among the featured projects is an indigenous marine-surveillance drone developed by designer Ajayce. He noted that currently used surveillance drones are largely imported, making this the first indigenous drone of its kind. The drone aims to provide a cost-effective and locally manufactured solution for coastal monitoring and security.
Garments for Children with Disabilities
Palkin Kaushik presented a collection focused on cognitive and sensory learning for children, particularly those with special needs. The garments incorporate interactive elements such as textured surfaces, flaps, and hidden details to encourage touch and engagement. One garment features detachable flaps that can be used as finger puppets, turning clothing into a tactile learning experience.
Sustainability and Upcycled Waste from Mount Everest
Designer Gauri Sarkar experimented with upcycled plastic waste collected from Mount Everest and the surrounding Himalayan region. She created products such as table clocks and bathroom accessories, aiming to challenge the perception that recycled plastic products are inherently low quality. Her goal is to produce visually appealing items suitable for use in luxury hotels.
Fashion Inspired by Cultural and Environmental Narratives
Anjani Tiwari's designs draw inspiration from Himalayan architecture, featuring layered constructions, eco-printing, and patchwork techniques. Indigo crack prints created using invasive congress grass symbolize the scars of development, integrating themes of home, ecology, and damage within the same garment.
Nishita's collection reinterprets Mughal architectural motifs. A black jacket embroidered with gold detailing was first hand-drawn before being translated into embroidery. Each piece takes about a month to complete, including fabric sourcing.
Art and Storytelling
Swapnil Patel's "The Cow Project" reimagines cow sculptures through diverse Indian art and craft traditions, with each piece reflecting a different regional style. The project merges branding, art, and storytelling.
The exhibition spans multiple disciplines, including fashion and textile design, product design, transportation design, architecture, interior architecture, communication design, UI/UX, animation, digital media, visual and performing arts, and business.
Sanjay Gupta, Vice-Chancellor of World University of Design, said, "This show represents the future of creative education, where disciplines intersect, industry engagement is central, and students are encouraged to think beyond traditional boundaries. It reflects how young creative professionals are responding to real-world challenges with innovation, cultural sensitivity, and interdisciplinary thinking."
